Standards
Elevator Consultant Solutions Expanding Network
Montana-based Elevator Consultant Solutions, a network of elevator consulting companies, has announced its expansion by partnering with local elevator consultants to better serve building owners and managers across the country,...
Invertek to Showcase ASME A17.1-Compliant VFD at TES
Invertek Drives, Ltd., the U.K.-based electric motor control technology specialist, plans to showcase the Optidrive Elevator Core variable frequency drive (VFD) at The Elevator Show in Dubai on September 16-18....
San Francisco-Based VT Consultant and Expert Witness Honored
Robert P. Cotton, a San Francisco-based vertical-transportation (VT) consultant and expert litigation witness with more than 40 years' experience, has been recognized by the International Association of Who's Who as...
An Industry Evolving and United
To advance industry safety, the dialogue on safety codes relies on continuous improvement, lessons learned in the field and having all parties at the table. by Kevin Brinkman and Philip...
ASME Applauds Congressional Defeat of Pro Codes Act
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) issued a statement on July 23 applauding the U.S. House of Representatives for voting down H.R. 163, The Pro Codes Act, “which would...
Missing “CE” Marking
by Mehmet Cömert Hello everyone, Even though many mistakes are made while bringing lifts to market within the scope of lift regulations, there is a more or less established "CE"...
NAESA Announces 2024 Wisconsin Elevator Symposium
NAESA International will once again partner with the State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services to host the Elevator Symposium on September 12-13 in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. NAESA...
TSBC Addresses Elevator Questions During Annual Public Meeting
Technical Safety BC (TSBC), an independent, self-funded organization that oversees the safe installation and operation of technical systems in the Canadian province of British Columbia, addressed questions from the elevator...
Prioritizing Cybersecurity
Safeguarding modern lift systems from cyberattacks by Thomas Schröder images courtesy of TÜV SÜD In modern lift systems, digital elements and online correspondence have emerged as critical components of management and...
Seismic Requirements for New Elevator Installations in Canada
Your author offers guidance on interpreting Section 8.4 of CSA B44-13 (and onward) to determine when requirements are applicable. In Canada, the Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators is referred...
